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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

V653 EALMOT history

V653 EAL is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2024
Mileage
153,019 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V653 EAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V653 EAL was last recorded at 153,019 miles on 8 Mar 2023, 3,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,613 miles · 10 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,406 miles
Average per year
2,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,019 miles
  • 2022 – 149,613 miles
  • 2021 – 146,882 miles
  • 2020 – 144,988 miles
  • 2019 – 144,471 miles
  • 2018 – 144,152 miles
  • 2017 – 143,919 miles
  • 2016 – 143,558 miles
  • 2015 – 140,666 miles
  • 2014 – 140,308 miles
  • 2012 – 137,061 miles
  • 2011 – 135,564 miles
  • 2010 – 132,234 miles
  • 2009 – 130,188 miles
  • 2008 – 122,223 miles
  • 2007 – 113,964 miles
  • 2006 – 106,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,019 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear side marker brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,019 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,019 miles
    Test number
    229728062226
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side marker broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail153,019 miles (+3,406)2 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,019 miles
    Test number
    451545419699
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side marker broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,613 miles (+2,731)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    149,613 miles
    Test number
    215023336179
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side marker broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,882 miles (+1,894)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,882 miles
    Test number
    599596765348
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,988 miles (+517)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    144,988 miles
    Test number
    778805647622
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass144,471 miles (+319)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    144,471 miles
    Test number
    878145325461
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass144,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    144,152 miles
    Test number
    228713081099
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill has slight corrosion.

  8. Fail144,152 miles (+233)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,152 miles
    Test number
    407914473331
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill has slight corrosion.

  9. Pass143,919 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    143,919 miles
    Test number
    383304703368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,558 miles (+2,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,558 miles
    Test number
    285663816869
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass140,666 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,666 miles
    Test number
    306792085046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail140,612 miles (+304)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,612 miles
    Test number
    199829175007
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  13. Pass140,308 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,308 miles
    Test number
    308417374045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,061 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    137,061 miles
    Test number
    699093202347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,564 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    135,564 miles
    Test number
    465388691295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass132,234 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    132,234 miles
    Test number
    390372090423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,188 miles (+7,965)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    130,188 miles
    Test number
    882912859204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,223 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    122,223 miles
    Test number
    383005258453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,222 miles (+8,258)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,222 miles
    Test number
    471534158299
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass113,964 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    671009977237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail113,949 miles (+7,525)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,949 miles
    Test number
    781214177259
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass106,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    106,424 miles
    Test number
    331850976280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,424 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,424 miles
    Test number
    613940176269
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about V653 EAL

Does V653 EAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V653 EAL expired on 22 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V653 EAL?
The MOT on V653 EAL expired on 22 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V653 EAL done?
V653 EAL was recorded at 153,019 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2023, an average of 2,834 miles a year.
Has V653 EAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V653 EAL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V653 EAL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V653 EAL find?
V653 EAL passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2023 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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